East Africa wants to curb imports of used clothes. But it's not easy

Gikomba market in Nairobi is the largest open-air trading hub in East Africa, where shoppers can find second-hand clothing imported from the US, Europe, and China. The trade in second-hand clothing poses a problem for the East African Community, as it makes it difficult for local garment industries to compete on price. Kenya already applies a 30% customs duty to imports of used clothing, and Uganda has introduced a 30% tax on imports to boost its local garment industry and protect the environment.